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About the Hotel

57 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2BX

Close to Westminster Abbey

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Loved by Raffles London At The Owo guests

Fine staircase

Friendly staff

Delicious meals

Amazing surroundings

Really good service

"The spa is the definite highlight of the hotel."

Patrik L from Finland

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"We were however shown to their Kioku bar, apparently containing the largest selection of saki."

CheshireDancingqueen from United Kingdom

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"The OWO hotel is steeped in amazing history."

Karen from United States

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5-star historic hotel in Whitehall, London, housed in the former Old War Office

History & Setting

Raffles London at The OWO is located in the former Old War Office, a building central to British intelligence and espionage history. The hotel offers a heritage tour led by an in-house Heritage Ambassador, detailing the site's connection to figures like Churchill and Ian Fleming. The Edwardian Baroque architecture has been preserved through a meticulous restoration, with historical references integrated into the decor throughout the property.

Accommodation

The hotel offers 120 air-conditioned rooms and suites, many with views of the River Thames, Big Ben, or the Horse Guards parade grounds. Suites such as the Westminster Suite and the Granville Suite include separate living areas and are named after notable historical figures. Each room comes with a dedicated Raffles Butler who can assist with unpacking, reservations, and other requests.

Dining & Bars

Nine restaurants and three bars are located on-site, including Saison by three-Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco. The Drawing Room serves afternoon tea with a spy-inspired menu of pastries and savories. The Spy Bar, located in the former underground war rooms, operates a no-camera policy and serves cocktails such as the London Sling.

Spa & Wellness

The Guerlain Spa offers treatments including full-body massages, facials, and couples massage in a facility with a 20-metre indoor swimming pool. The spa also has a sauna, steam room, and a fitness centre with personal trainers and yoga classes. Guests can book spa/wellness packages that include access to the heated pool and sun loungers.

Events & Business

The Whitehall Ballroom can accommodate up to 600 guests for conferences, banquets, or product launches. Meeting rooms have soundproofing and come with in-house audiovisual equipment. The concierge team can arrange private check-in/check-out, currency exchange, and shuttle services for business guests.

Highlights

History: Housed in the former Old War Office, site of Churchill's war rooms

Rooms: 120 rooms and suites with city views and Raffles Butler service

Dining: Nine restaurants, three bars, including Saison by Mauro Colagreco

Wellness: Guerlain Spa with 20-metre indoor pool, sauna, and fitness classes

Events: Whitehall Ballroom for up to 600 guests

“The building itself holds immense historical weight, once the Old War Office; within, you'll now find modern luxury and dedicated butlers catering to a thoroughly personalized experience. Guerlain Spa is on site, alongside dining by a three Michelin-starred chef, Mauro Colagreco. It's a truly exceptional place to stay in Whitehall.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Dogfriendly-hotels

Location: Perfect

9.6/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Spa & LeisureSpectacular Spa!

The subterranean heated pool has multiple jet options. Enjoy relaxing music and comfortable serviced lounges, plus a sauna and steam room.

Isabelle from France

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DiningTop-Quality Food

The Drawing Room is amazing, the setting spectacular, overlooking Horse Guards. Afternoon tea includes egg timers for brewing perfect cups.

Robert from Canada

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Room FeaturesComfortable Beds

The rooms have very comfortable beds. Housekeeping does a stellar job. The nightly turndown service includes 'Sleep Well' tea.

Mei from China

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Sports & FitnessSpacious Gym

The hotel boasts a fabulous, well-equipped, spacious gym. Every amenity necessary for post-workout pampering is available to hotel guests.

Hans from Austria

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Select your room type

The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers

Junior Twin Suite
2 persons
53 m²
2 Queen Size Beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Junior Suite
2 persons
60 m²
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Classic Double Room
2 persons
31 m²
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Facilities

Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable

Facilities: Perfect

9.7/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Barber shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Services

Paid shuttle service
Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
iPad
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

57 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2BX

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

London Eye

850 m

Garden

Buckingham Palace

1.48 km

Museum

The British Museum

1.84 km

Church

Westminster Abbey

770 m

Landmark

Big Ben

1.77 km

Castle

Tower of London

3.47 km

Public Building

Houses of Parliament

1.07 km

Market

Borough Market

2.46 km

Gallery

Tate Modern

2.12 km

Opera House

Covent Garden

970 m

Square

Piccadilly Circus

870 m

Palace

St James's Park

850 m

Park

Hyde Park

2.76 km

Church

Westminster

1.03 km

Church

Saint Paul's Cathedral

2.12 km

Museum

V - Victoria and Albert Museum

3.35 km

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Centre London Aquarium

1.08 km

Museum

London Transport Museum

730 m

Landmark

Oxford Street

1.92 km

Landmark

Marylebone

2.22 km

Gallery

Tate Britain

1.77 km

Museum

Imperial War Museum London

2.2 km

Museum

Sir John Soane's Museum

1.7 km

Church

Westminster Cathedral

1.74 km

Nearby

Square

Trafalgar Square

370 m

Museum

The National Gallery

470 m

King Charles Street Clive Steps

Churchill War Rooms

590 m

Whitehall Palace Whitehall Horse Guards Avenue

Banqueting House

150 m

Gallery

National Portrait Gallery

500 m

Restaurants

The Clarence

90 m

53 Whitehall Whitehall

The 40 Elephants

130 m

3-5 Great Scotland Yard

The Sherlock Holmes Public House & Restaurant

250 m

10 Northumberland Street St James

Taylor Walker

180 m

33 Whitehall

Grand Caffe Concerto

120 m

43 Whitehall

The Lounge at The Royal Horseguards

170 m

2 Whitehall Court The Royal Horseguards

Crystal Moon Lounge

150 m

Whitehall Place

Boyds Grill & Wine Bar

270 m

8 Northumberland Avenue Central London

Explore London

Trafalgar Square

5 minutes' walk

A public square celebrating British history, featuring Nelson's Column and lively street performances.

Westminster Abbey

10 minutes' walk

This historic church is famous for royal ceremonies and has stunning Gothic architecture.

Coca-Cola London Eye

11 minutes' walk

A giant Ferris wheel offering stunning views of London, especially at sunset.

The British Museum

25 minutes' walk

Home to a vast collection of world art and artifacts, with free admission and special exhibitions.

Walk through Whitehall Gardens

2 minutes' walk

Relaxing park with beautiful landscaping, perfect for a leisurely stroll or picnic.

Cycling along the Thames

10 minutes' ride

Rent bikes nearby and enjoy scenic views along the River Thames, suitable for all levels.

The Clarence

2 minutes' walk

A classic pub with a warm atmosphere serving British comfort food and local ales.

The Sherlock Holmes Public House & Restaurant

3 minutes' walk

An iconic venue themed on the detective, offering hearty meals and a charming atmosphere.

The National Gallery

6 minutes' walk

Art gallery housing European paintings and offering free admission; check for special events.

The West End Theatres

12 minutes' walk

Famous for iconic musicals and plays, ideal for a night out; booking in advance is advisable.

Local transport and travel tips

City Centre
London 2 min · 100 m
Airports
London City (LCY) 22 min · 14.1 km
London Heathrow (LHR) 41 min · 27.1 km
Train
Charing Cross Railway Station 4 min · 300 m
Underground
Charing Cross Tube Station 5 min · 400 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 01:00-12:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 45.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Danish, Chinese, Greek, Russian, Arabic, Irish

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

104

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Raffles London At The Owo from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Guests consistently praise the hotel's beautiful building and its prime location, with easy access to attractions like Trafalgar Square and Westminster, even spotting the royal horses from the breakfast windows. The rooms are often described as spacious, with comfortable beds, while the Guards Bar is a popular spot for drinks, where guests can enjoy a Singapore Sling. Some guests have mentioned that they prefer their tonic water served from individual bottles rather than large plastic ones.

Review score

Based on 5 verified reviews

9.2 /10

Perfect

100%

Recommend

Comfort

9.9/10

Cleanliness

9.7/10

Paid Wi-Fi

2.5/10

Value for money

8.7/10

Pros

Beautiful building

Friendly staff

Amazing history

Set lunch menus

Spa and pool

Cons

Bad service

Poor quality rooms

Reginald from United Kingdom

Couple

deluxe double room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 09, 2026

9/10

an utterly romantic escape

true grandeur special moment charming detail

this building possesses true grandeur. the hotel is fine, filled with historical significance. i appreciated the friendly staff, each ready with a smile. their attentiveness makes every moment special, a detail i found particularly charming.

the kioku bar, with its extensive sake selection, poured tonic from a large plastic bottle, a slight contrast to the bar's otherwise upscale presentation. it is a minor detail, though it caught my eye.

Facilities

10/10

The pool area offers a serene experience, with twenty comfortable loungers with soft cushions and a shaded section for those seeking respite from the sun. It is an oasis of calm. guests can also enjoy adjacent spa facilities.

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Paul from United Kingdom

Couple

Deluxe Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 31, 2026

9/10

strong coffee attentive staff

we enjoyed a delicious breakfast in the drawing room. the presentation of the food was beautiful and the coffee was strong. the staff was very attentive to all our needs.

the gym was a bit crowded during peak hours. it made using some equipment difficult

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jennifer from canada

Family with children

deluxe double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 19, 2026

9.3/10

really good stay

helpful staff quick accommodation great location close attractions

the staff was helpful and quickly accommodated us. we were allowed to have our room in the morning so we did not have to wait for check in time. the hotel is in a great location close to many attractions

i would prefer my tonic out of my own bottle. it would allow me to dictate the amount poured. the large plastic bottle did not quite fit with the image.

Rooms

9/10

the beautiful double room was roomy clean and beautiful. the room offered adequate space for relaxation after a long day.

Service

10/10

the hotel staff was helpful and very nice. everyone was so great. the staff got us accommodated quickly and efficiently. they assisted us with transferring our belongings from a previous hotel.

Facilities

9/10

we used the room service for dinner and really enjoyed all the delicious food. the hotel offers convenient access to nearby attractions. the building itself is a beautifully designed historic landmark with many interesting features.

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Alex from United Kingdom

Couple

Deluxe Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 01, 2026

9/10

historic building convenient features informative tour

The building is historic with a beautiful design. The room had many convenient features. I found the tour of the building informative. Shae presented it well. I appreciated the location since it was close to many main sites.

The room was quite small! though otherwise comfortable.

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Alex from United Kingdom

Couple

Deluxe Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 29, 2025

9.5/10

Excellent Stay!

delicious sandwich unique detail helpful staff

I savored a delicious afternoon tea in the Drawing Room recently. Traditional and vegan sandwiches was pretty good. Avocado and chicken were standouts! Tea timers added a unique detail enhancing the afternoon experience. The wood-paneled Drawing Room offered intimate views of historic Whitehall. I appreciated the helpful staff who warmly chatted about the Grade II listed building.

I encountered a minor inconvenience . I found no readily available spot to sit, read, and relax apart from restaurants and bars. I had to stay in my room to relax after my day.

Dining

9/10

I dined at Papermoon and found the staff cute. Starters included pea soup and fried anchovies with mozzarella. I enjoyed the lamb. The lemon, passionfruit and meringue tart was light.

Location

10/10

The hotel is near many attractions. Buckingham Palace is a short walk away. The hotel's street connects Westminster to Trafalgar Square, and it's easy to get to Soho for theaters. I appreciated the central situation.

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